In my experience, news in crypto is almost every day. Let alone in a week because every second there is also bad news and good news.
Since then I began to understand that the price of crypto is greatly influenced by news, whether it is bad or good. And I am sure that OP will one day understand that market swings, drama, news will have an impact on the crypto market.
Maybe in my opinion OP does not have much experience in crypto because the basics of good and bad news have been present since Bitcoin was created, as far as I know, besides good and bad news, public figures also greatly influence crypto prices. Cmiiw

I've noticed how crypto prices can go wild based on news, good stuff, bad stuff, whatever some big name says on X or new rules popping up. It used to stress me out, but after a while, you start spotting patterns in these ups and downs, it's just how the market rolls. I used to lose it over every headline that showed up but now I just shrug it off and look at the bigger stuff like what's really going on and what I can piece together myself. i keep up with things but I don't let the craziness get to me anymore and honestly, it's made me way better at figuring out what to do in this nuty crypto life.

Quote from: tequilla_sunset on March 18, 2025, 09:06:21 AM

As we can see, some can create FUD too, though not directly targeted at crypto market, it affects it too 

It's all based on simple economics concept. Many things affect the crypto ecosystem as long as it affects the general world market it will affect the price movements of different crypto currencies in one way or the other. This means it will either create an uptrend , downtrend or in some cases create a consolidation.
Don't forget that most of these currencies are pegged to fiat especially in trading environments so trading them affects it too.

I've noticed how crypto prices seem to bounce around because of stuff happening all over the world, like big market news or how people are feeling about investing. Sometimes, all that fear and doubt, what people call FUD, makes prices dip quick and I'll admit, it freaks me out a little when it happens. But when I zoom out, I see the real direction comes from how many people start using crypto and the solid stuff behind it, like its basics holding up. Since a lot of these coins are tied to regular money. I've learned that when the economy shakes, my crypto stash feels it too. It's like getting a clearer map to decide when to jump in or hold tight.

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Quote from: EmilTheBerg on March 12, 2025, 11:53:49 AM

i've been thinking about how mining costs are shooting up everywhere and then there's Ethiopia jumping in with some of the cheapest electricity around ($0.054/kwh). It's pretty cool to imagine Africa shaking things up in crypto mining like this! I wonder if Ethiopia can really go toe-to-toe with big shots like China, the US and Kazakhstan. What do you think, can they pull it off?

I've been thinking about how Ethiopia's super cheap electricity could make it a big deal for crypto mining and honestly, it's pretty cool to see Africa jumping into this! I mean, having a low cost power is awesome but I know it's going to take more than that to keep up with the huge players like China or the US. Still, if Ethiopia gets the right setup, like good internet, solid buildings and smart rules, I feel like it could really stand out. I read somewhere, maybe a blog or a post, that oneminers dot com just opened a hosting center there, which got me excited because it shows big companies are noticing Ethiopia too. I love the idea of more businesses jumping in, it could turn the place into a real hotspot for mining. I'm curious to see how it all plays out, especially since I've always thought Africa's got so much potential to shine in stuff like this.

I can't get over how cheap power is in Ethiopia. It's got me thinking it'd be awesome for crypto mining. If they sort out the internet and roads, and maybe add some easy rules, I reckon it could be a hot spot for miners like me.

I’ve been in this space long enough to see narratives come and go. First, it was ICOs, then DeFi, then NFTs, then AI tokens. each one claiming to be the next big thing. But one thing that’s always stuck with me is Bitcoin’s dominance, No matter what happens, BTC remains king.

Lately, I’ve been looking into Bitcoin-backed finance lending, stablecoins, and yield backed by BTC. Some say it’s the next evolution, others think it’s just adding unnecessary complexity to something that already works.

I’ve also been reading up on some platforms experimenting with this concept, like Avalon Labs, which is building out a BTC-backed financial layer, but I’m still torn. Are we actually improving Bitcoin’s utility, or just overcomplicating things?

So what do you guys think? Are BTC-backed ecosystems a real path forward, or are we just complicating things for the sake of it?

Bitcoin's been solid forever while other stuff pops up and fades. Using BTC to back money stuff feels like a cool next move, giving it more jobs without learning on those other coins. But piling on extra steps can get tricky especially with keeping things safe and free from control. I'm wondering if these ideas really make bitcoin better or just add middlemen we don't need.

I will answer the main question of this topic.

When I get old, I'd probably sell off some of my crypto, like Ethereum or smaller coins, to cover stuff like living costs, maybe a nice vacation or even helping my family with thinks like a house down payment. I'd keep a solid stash of bitcoin, though, since it's got a strong track record and could keep growing, experts say it might hit $200k or more by 2030 if adoption keeps up. I'd pass that down to my kids or grandkids, giving them a head start with something valuable, but I'd make sure they learn the basics, like securing wallets and watching market trends. I might even set up a trust to keep it safe and tax smart, crypto laws are tricky, so I'd check with a pro first!

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Quote from: SirCOINnor on February 28, 2025, 07:19:11 AM

I've noticed Dogecoin been buzzing with $30-$50 a day profits, but is it all just community hype, or are miners and traders actually seeing solid returns? How was it working with you guys??

Ever since Elon musk took over dogecoin that turned the memecoin into a thing in crypto, I've never touched it again since I feel that I've missed the opportunity of making money through this coin.

And right now, I don't really know but maybe dogecoin will likely get in the list of cryptocurrencies that will be selected by the US government for creation of their reserve..........................

I doubt if the US government would include the Dogecoin on their list looking at the fact that the whole crypto community knows that Elon Musk is somehow involved with Dogecoin and he is currently heading the Department of Government Efficiency of the US, that would send the wrong signal to the US citizens and lawmakers that are anti-crypto and possibly, they might think they are wanting to manipulate the crypto market by doing such.

I've always seen Dogecoin as this wild, fun thing, kinda like a rollercoaster ride fueled by the community and big shots like Elon Musk tweeting about it. Some folks I know, traders and miners, are cashing in every day, which is cool, but I'm not so sure it's built to last forever. It's got this setup where they keep making more coins all the time and it doesn't have the big banks or serious money people backing it up, so it feels a little shaky to me long term. And that idea of the US government picking Dogecoin for some kind of reserve? I just can't see it happening. They're more into steady stuff like bitcoin or those digital dollars they control themselves, not a meme coin that rides on one guy's hype. If I were thinking about jumping back in, I'd dig into how Dogecoin's doing on the tech side, like who's actually using it, and what the rules might look like down the road. It's a gamble but knowing the facts could help me play it smarter!

Quote from: Ambatman on March 03, 2025, 12:32:22 AM

So there's this threat around that the hackers would dump anytime soon.
I guess they might want to wait a little till around $100K
I thought the cause was tariff war
Because there was dip also across the stock market.

I don't think bybit hackers have a target price to sell their coins. They robbed billions, 10-20% more or less makes absolutely no difference for them.

They just want clean coins, they would pay whatever to make those coins cleans....

Maybe they are waiting for a good opportunity, new technology, new service, whatever...

I don't think the hackers are waiting for a specific price to sell. Their main goal is to clean the stolen coins not maximize profits. They might be looking for the right opportunity like new technology or a loophole to launder the funds. With stronger tracking systems in place, cashing out is getting harder for them. Watching blockchain movements can give clues about their next move.